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AAOF Announces 2020-2021 Allergan Foundation Research Grant Recipients

The American Academy of Optometry Foundation (AAOF), in partnership with the Allergan Foundation announce two grant recipients this year in the areas of the anterior segment and glaucoma.

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Celebrities, Athletes and Authors Read Bedtime Stories on World Sight Day

Launching Free Digital Children’s Book Through the Looking Glasses: Stories About Seeing Clearly; Book to Educate Millions Globally on Importance of Seeing Clearly

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3 in 4 Can Avoid Blindness with a Regular Eye Exam: Bringing Awareness this World Sight Day

Fighting Blindness Canada urges all Canadians to schedule their regular eye exams to avoid blindness on this World Sight Day taking place Thursday, October 8, 2020.

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Safilo and Pierre Cardin Announce Eyewear Licensing Agreement Renewal

Safilo and Pierre Cardin, the historic Parisian fashion house, announce the renewal of the licensing agreement to design, manufacture and distribute prescription frames and sunglasses under the Pierre Cardin brand.

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2020 SILMO d’Or Winners

The jury has awarded the SILMO d'Or prizes ... Here are the 2020 winners:

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Marchon and Converse Sign Exclusive Global Licensing Agreement

Marchon Eyewear and Converse Inc., the iconic American footwear and apparel brand, announced that they have entered into an exclusive, long-term global licensing agreement.

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Bringing Hope in Sight – The Importance of Eye Health on World Sight Day

Each year, Calgary-based Operation Eyesight celebrates World Sight Day to bring awareness to the importance of making global eye health a priority.

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FYidoctors | Visique Enhancing Life Foundation Launch Annual Fundraising Campaign

Clinics across Canada to fundraise for local charities in celebration of Enhancing Life Month

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“Jacob” Featuring the Incredible Catfish Design of Ojibwe Artist Donald Chretien

This frame is definitely for larger faces! Bold and over-sized, AYA Optical’s Jacob frame spotlights the Catfish or Maanameg, the teacher of teachers, masters of learning who instruct that the Land and all its inhabitants are purveyors of learning and teachings.

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Organizers of Vision Expo Announce New Dates for Vision Expo East 2021

The Vision Council and Reed Exhibitions announce that Vision Expo East 2021, originally scheduled to take place from March 18–21, will now take place May 25–28, 2021 at the Javits Center in New York City.

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